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Pubs & Bars

If there’s one thing that really makes a holiday special, it’s discovering a really good pub or bar! A good pub or bar is at the heart of a great British holiday. Fortunately, in Devon we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to top quality pubs and bars, many with stunning sea and harbour views.

Whether you’re looking for a proper ‘olde worlde’ traditional independent pub such as the Hole in the Wall, the oldest pub in Torquay or a buzzing bar like Soho that’s a non-stop party into the small hours. Across Torbay, Torquay, Babbacombe, Paignton and Brixham there are over 100 pubs and bars to choose from!

Many of the English Riviera pubs and bars are family and dog friendly, have restaurants, beer gardens and provide regular live music. We will be producing a new pub and bars guide very soon.

Best Beer, Wine and Cider in the South West!

For the perfect pint head to Torbay where our local brewery, Bays Brewery provides a fantastic choice of award winning craft local ales including Devon Dumpling, voted 2017 CAMRA South West Winner, Top Sale and Bays Gold, complemented by a very popular new Devon Rock Craft Lager.

The full taste of Devon is also on offer accompanied by a choice of local wines, with Sharpham Vineyard near Totnes our local vineyard running tasting tours and vineyard walks operate from March to December and Hunts producing some great local handcrafted Devon cider who have gained a gold award from Food and Drink Devon for their delicious handcrafted Devon cider.

Glamorous Cocktail Bars

The English Riviera is home to several glamorous Cocktail Bars including CoCo Cocktail bar at Abbey Sands on Torquay seafront. Here you can watch some of the country’s top mixologists at work whilst relaxing on the outdoor terrace overlooking the sea!

Some of our popular pubs

The Drum Inn in the heart of Cockington Village is an attractive thatched building and the ultimate traditional British watering hole. This is one for the whole family, offering plenty of affordable, hearty food deals and nutritious child-sized meals for the little ones.

The historic Grade I-listed Churston Court, just a mile from Brixham, was once a favourite of Agatha Christie, the world’s most famous crime writer born in Torquay. Stop for a quiet drink at this quirky establishment where suits of armour stand alongside tapestries, and sample their good selection of fine wines.

At Babbacombe Beach you’ll find The Cary Arms, voted Best Dining Pub in the Taste of the West Awards and offering an amazing waterfront location. The recently refurbished award winning Green Ginger Pub and Bar in Torquay operated by Weatherspoon’s is one of Torquay’s favourite pubs.

Dog friendly

Many Torbay pubs and bars are dog friendly, so there’s no reason why your four-legged friend shouldn’t enjoy a few days away on the English Riviera too.

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The John Bull Torquay

Torquay

A small local pub with a BIG WELCOME!!!
Regular Live Music, Darts and Pool Leagues, Redtooth Poker on Wednesdays, Sporting Happy Hours or selected games
Welcome to Torquay, a traditional yet thriving seaside town set on Devon's English Riviera coast...
The Blue Walnut

Torquay

The Blue Walnut is a relaxing, fully licensed Café hosting regular Live Music and Performance Poetry events together with an Art Gallery featuring the work of local artists. The venue also hosts a vibrant Film Club.
Inn on the Quay Paignton

Paignton

The Inn On The Quay is situated in a prominent position on Goodrington Sands Beach, near Splashdown Water Park & the Paignton to Dartmouth Steam Railway, & has picturesque views over the English Riviera. Many of our friendly & experienced team have...
Crown and Anchor Brixham

Brixham

Pam and Andy welcome you to The Crown and Anchor, a traditional quay side pub. a selection of drinks are always on offer including a wide choice of lagers, wines and cider including our scrumpy.
Life in the busy Devon fishing town of Brixham has...
Cinnabar Torquay

Torquay

Welcome to the Cinnabar pub, Torquay, the home of live music showcasing some of the best musicians and bands in Torbay & around UK, a great atmosphere with fantastic food and affordable drinks with one of the best views of the harbour in...
The Lime Tree Paignton

Paignton

The Lime Tree has new owners, and has been fully refurbished.
We welcome everyone and will have live music & live sports
Live music is always FREE here.
Under 18s may play here.
As you arrive in the seaside resort of Paignton, you are met with the...
Bays Brewery

Paignton

Bays Brewery is home to three permanent beers – Topsail, Gold and Devon Dumpling’. Each beer is different with its own unique flavour and aroma. Our distinctive range of beers mean that we have something for everyone – covering the whole spectrum of
Molloys Torquay

Torquay

In picturesque St Marychurch precinct, a family run boozer serving craft beers from our own micro brewery. Great reputation for live sport and music.
Serves coffee and drinks, Walk-ins welcome, Good for groups or parties, Outdoor seating
Good for...
Rising Sun Inn Brixham

Brixham

A classic Grade ll listed, three storey Georgian building, with the pub occupying the ground floor. It is a single room with a small dark wood bar counter at the back, half height timber panelling and rough stone painted walls, beamed ceilings and...
The New Quay Inn Brixham

Brixham

The New Quay Inn situated on the corner of New Quay Lane and Kings Street in Brixham’s historic quayside area is one of the port’s oldest pubs. The building (originally three quayside cottages) is shown on the earliest maps of Brixham
One of...
Shiraz Torquay

Torquay

Nice location with outside terrace on harbour side with big variety of continental food and drinks. Perfect place to spend your time with your friends or family
Shiraz Cocktails - Enjoy our variety of drinks and cocktails.
International laggers ,...
The Hop and Grapes Torquay

Torquay

Hop 'n' Grapes in Torquay has a beer garden. The pub has a car park, it is a family friendly pub. Hop 'n' Grapes has an outside area. The pub has a real fire, it has a smoking area. Hop 'n' Grapes has free WiFi. The pub has a dart board, it has DJ's...
Printers Elbow Torquay

Torquay

Live music, sky sports , Real ale , Beer Garden , pool table.
Live music every Saturday night 9pm .sky sports , Real ale , Beer Garden , pool table. Free on Monday an Wednesday all day .fun Quiz Sunday night 8.30pm
Welcome to Torquay, a traditional...
The Factory Paignton

Paignton

The best place for eating, drinking and parties. Food being served from 9:00am to 10:00pm including breakfast, lunch and dinner all at reasonable prices. Or just join us for a Hot Chocolate with all the trimmings, pint or a glitzy cocktail.
as you...
DT's Torquay

Torquay

Real Ale Available, Quiet Pub,Pub Garden, Traditional Pub Games, Dart board, Live Music, Sports TV, Wifi
Welcome to Torquay, a traditional yet thriving seaside town set on Devon's English Riviera coast. If you haven't visited for a while, then...
Crown and Sceptre Torquay

Torquay

Function Room above the Crown and Sceptre Pub in St Marychurch catering for roots music and other events.
Babbacombe Bay is a superb spot all year round with a choice of hotels, inns, bed & breakfasts, self-catering apartments and Devon cottages,...
Wellies of Wellswood

TORQUAY

Wellies, at The Heart of Wellswood
Wellswood has long been recognised as the capital of affluential and cosmopolitan life in Torquay. Steeped in history, this 'up-market' village was given a Mediterranean makeover by the moneyed Victorians who...
The Buccaneer Inn Torquay

Torquay

The Buccaneer Inn in beautiful Babbacombe is situated in a stunning location on a cliff top promenade, with far reaching views across Lyme Bay. A family run pub where you will always get a warm welcome, it is renowned for its award winning Real Ales.

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The Green Ginger Torquay

Torquay

Slade and Sons had premises in Abbey Place for many years. Established in 1837, the firm was one of Torquay’s leading grocers. An advert in the Torquay and Tor Directory of 1846 announced to ‘The Nobility, Gentry and Public’ that Stiven’s & Co had...
The Weary Ploughman Inn Brixham

BRIXHAM

At the Weary Ploughman Inn we take great pride in turning quality produce into tasty, freshly prepared dishes for you to enjoy.When sourcing ingredients, our Head Chef, Chris's first priority is quality, always trying to source fresh produce as...

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